Transgender and nonbinary people have made our communities and society stronger with contributions that have shaped business, technology, and culture. Across movements and moments, the community has pushed the cause of equality forward for all people. As transgender and nonbinary people face systemic attacks, discrimination, and erasure, what can allies and the broader LGBTQ+ community do to support the community and elevate the conversation? 👉Familiarize yourself with transgender history and transgender heroes in our movement. Learn about who they are and how they have made our world a better, stronger place. 👉Be an authentic ally. Leverage your individual sphere of influence to drive change. 👉Elevate their work and read their stories. https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/the-read-down/books-by-transgender-nonbinary-and-gender-nonconforming-authors/ #TransgenderDayofVisibility. #BusinessofBelonging (fb)

Last week, Out & Equal convened more than 250 business unit leaders, strategists, and HR practitioners from global organizations for sessions centered on leadership, optimizing workplace cultures, and building organizations that can and will excel in the economy of today and tomorrow. Powerful keynotes and customized breakout sessions brought together pre-eminent leaders, influencers, and advocates to discuss the changing policy landscape and its impact on corporate workplace policies, the value of representation and recognition, and leadership practices that will empower individuals and strengthen team and organizations. Inclusion and belonging are—and always will be—smart business. It is as much a fundamental truth today as it was when Out & Equal was founded nearly 30 years ago. Because when you can’t show up to work as your authentic self, no one wins. Productivity, innovation, and talent all suffer. The future of business is belonging. And the future is here and now. Thank you to our featured speakers including Erin Uritus, Kenji Yoshino, Moriaki Kida, Emily Drabinksi, Emily Shilling, Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, Rodrigo Heng-Lehtinen, and Laith Ashely. (fb)